digital currency

Digital currency is a type of currency available in digital form. It exhibits properties similar to physical currencies, but can allow for instantaneous transactions and borderless transfer-of-ownership. Examples include virtual currencies, cryptocurrencies, and central bank digital currency.

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World’s Central Banks Moving Toward Digital Currencies

World’s Central Banks Moving Toward Digital Currencies
World’s Central Banks Moving Toward Digital Currencies
February 12, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

The world’s central banks are actively working on implementing digital currencies as use of physical cash wanes, according to banking experts. Get the Full Story...

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Today In Digital-First Banking: BNY Mellon Creates Digital Assets Division; Northmill Bank Pulls In Venture Funding
Today In Digital-First Banking: BNY Mellon Creates Digital Assets Division; Northmill Bank Pulls In Venture...
February 11, 2021  |  Banking

In today’s top digital-first banking news, BNY Mellon is introducing a new division focused on advancing the growth of bitcoin, crypto and other digital assets,...

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BNY Mellon Launches Digital Assets Platform Featuring Bitcoin
BNY Mellon Launches Digital Assets Platform Featuring Bitcoin
February 11, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

BNY Mellon is introducing a new unit focused on advancing the growth of bitcoin, cryptocurrency and other digital assets. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Today In Payments Around The World: Adyen Posts Q4 Win; Target Global Unveils Co-Founding Of Branded
Today In Payments Around The World: Adyen Posts Q4 Win; Target Global Unveils Co-Founding Of...
February 10, 2021  |  Cross-border Payments

In today’s top payments news around the world, Dutch digital payment firm Adyen experienced a large fourth quarter win, while German venture capital firm Target...

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Digital Euros Might Have Penalties To Curb Financial Chaos, ECB Says
Digital Euros Might Have Penalties To Curb Financial Chaos, ECB Says
February 10, 2021  |  Digital Payments

European Central Bank (ECB) member Fabio Panetta says the digital euro could pass negative interests rates to customers, Bloomberg writes. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Japan’s Aso Says G7 Should Talk Digital Currencies
Japan’s Aso Says G7 Should Talk Digital Currencies
February 09, 2021  |  Cross-border Payments

Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso has expressed an interest in discussing central bank digital currencies (CBDC) at a virtual Group of Seven (G7) meeting set...

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Today In Digital-First Banking: China To Pilot Digital Yuan In Third Test Run; Goldman Consumer Banking Hires Exec To Lead D2C Business
Today In Digital-First Banking: China To Pilot Digital Yuan In Third Test Run; Goldman Consumer...
February 09, 2021  |  Banking

In today’s top digital-first banking news, the central bank of China is planning another test run of its digital currency, while Goldman Sachs has hired...

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Crypto Beyond Celebrity: Mainstream Acceptance On The Horizon For Bitcoin?
Crypto Beyond Celebrity: Mainstream Acceptance On The Horizon For Bitcoin?
February 09, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin keeps notching new highs, as do many of its crypto brethren. The latest rally, which has seen bitcoin soar to more than $48,000 per coin...

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